2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 Lexus GX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Canyon | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
